1️⃣ Florida: House Republican files bill to ban abortion
In Florida, a House Republican filed a bill that could lead to an extreme ban on virtually all abortions in the state. The bill specifically criminalizes doctors and threatens them with third-degree felonies and time in prison – essentially restricting all access to abortion →
2️⃣ Virginia: Speaker Don Scott becomes the first Black speaker of the House
In Virginia, Speaker Don Scott made history as he was sworn in as the first Black speaker of the Virginia House of Delegates. Democrats won full control of the Virginia legislature in November, marking one of our most important victories of 2023 →
3️⃣ Tennessee: GOP attacks LGBTQ+ representation on school campuses
In Tennessee, a Republican filed a bill attacking ‘political’ flags on campus and specifically attacking the LGBTQ+ pride flag – a symbol of inclusion and visibility. The lawmaker claims the flag is ‘indoctrination’ in an overt attempt to exclude LGBTQ+ youth →
4️⃣ Read: The Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee’s Official 2024 Roadmap
2024 promises to be the year of the states, and thanks to supporters like you, we are in a great position to build on the momentum of our historic wins in 2022 and 2023. Check out our road map to build Democratic power in states nationwide in 2024 and beyond →
🗳️ Special Elections: Over the next few months, Democrats are facing nearly two dozen special elections in states like New Hampshire and Pennsylvania, so we’re calling on grassroots Dems to help power our candidates to victory →
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